Somewhere on East 11th Street in Austin, Texas, a line forms before the sun gets too high — and it forms for a reason. Franklin Barbecue has become one of the most talked-about BBQ joints in the entire country, drawing fans from every state and even from overseas.
People fly in from California, drive from Houston, and reroute road trips just to get a plate of their legendary brisket. Once you taste it, you’ll understand exactly why.
The Brisket That Started It All
Some foods live up to the hype. Franklin Barbecue’s brisket is one of those rare things that actually exceeds it.
Reviewers consistently call it the best brisket they’ve ever tasted, and that’s saying something in a state where BBQ is practically a religion…